As a graduate student in filmmaking at the University of the Arts London, Sophie’s latest fascination is the city's surfaces–its walls, pavements, and hidden cracks–and the histories they reveal. While working on a documentary about graffiti culture, the Austrian-Kazakhstanti, who grew up in Dubai, became fascinated with applying portable scanning– typically used for flat documents–on textured surfaces. She says her experimental techniques and results have sparked a new creat

Do you like making and creating? Have you got a keen eye for design? Then check out these majors! Here are four human-centered fields, making them great choices for degree studies if you’re looking for a future-proof career. Industrial Design According to the University of Notre Dame, “If architects design the house, then industrial designers design everything inside.” This creative and technical discipline is behind nearly every product people use in daily life. However, it

In today’s digital world, virtual meetings have become a regular—and often essential—part of the application process. Whether you're preparing for a college interview, meeting with a research mentor, attending a university webinar, or even discussing your future with a counselor or teacher, professionalism and preparation are key. Here’s a checklist of practical tips to help you shine in any online setting. Choose the Right Environment Make sure you're in a quiet, distraction

There’s a cold, hard truth when it comes to how universities read students’ applications: admissions officers spend an average of just six to ten minutes on your entire application. That means your resume – if you have the option to include one – must be concise, attractive, and strategic. Done well, resumes will strengthen your application, help you stand out from the competition, and even open doors to internships and scholarships. Done poorly, they can look repetitive and

With campuses in Madrid and Segovia, IE University in Spain offers a dynamic, international education that blends tradition with innovation. Renowned for its academic excellence, particularly in business, and a global outlook, the school–taught entirely in English–attracts students from more than 160 countries. This fosters a diverse and inclusive community. International students comprise 80 percent of the university's population. Here's a breakdown by region: Europe (exclud

Every year, students from around the world who aspire to attend UK universities apply to up to five programs through UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. Most applications to UK universities are made through this system, which provides a fair and straightforward process for prospective students. UCAS opens in mid-May and Grade 12/Year 13 students must submit their applications by mid-January in the year they will complete secondary school; however, Oxbridge

Since her acceptance to Tufts University, Emma has been excited to study in Boston. But with the US government's shifting policy on international students, the Indian citizen who grew up in Dubai faced one obstacle after another on her path to obtaining a student visa. By staying alert and being proactive, she recently managed to get her interview with the US consulate in Dubai–a major step toward her college dreams. IO: Congratulations on your acceptance to Tufts University

Situated near scenic Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, École Hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) is an excellent choice for college-bound students interested in business studies. The school offers a unique path to successful careers, and has a strong track record of graduates quickly landing jobs. EHL is recognized as the world’s leading university in Hospitality and Leisure Management, consistently ranked number one in the QS World University Rankings since 2019. Recently, I attended